Uttarakhand government has approved a major funding package to accelerate infrastructure, riverfront and hydropower projects across the state. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami granted ex-post facto sanction under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme, allocating a total exceeding Rs five bn for multiple departments and flagship projects. Officials said the measures are intended to spur investment, tourism, energy and administrative transparency.

Under the scheme, the state has authorised Rs one point five bn for development of infrastructure facilities across departments and Rs three point five bn for mega projects being executed by various departments. Administrative and financial clearance was also given for Rs one point zero six seven eight bn, as recommended by the Expenditure Finance Committee, for redevelopment of Triveni Ghat under the Rishikesh Ganga Corridor Project. Approval was also granted for release of Rs 113.7 mn allocated by the Government of India for the first phase of the project in the financial year 2025-26.

The Ganga corridor initiative is expected to enhance beautification of the riverfront in Rishikesh, improve facilities for pilgrims and boost tourism in the region. The state government indicated that timely and high quality implementation is a priority so that the general public can derive maximum benefit. Officials were directed to ensure schemes proceed in a time bound manner and meet prescribed standards.

Separately, the chief minister highlighted expansion of sports infrastructure with completion of 102 mini stadiums, 157 playgrounds and seven multipurpose halls across the state. The administration described the work as a structured effort to nurture youth talent and promote a sporting culture in rural areas, with emphasis on producing athletes who achieve recognition at national and international levels. The combined emphasis on infrastructure, energy and sports is presented as integral to broader development objectives.

Financial oversight will remain subject to review by state committees to maintain transparency and fiscal discipline. The government said these allocations are expected to give new direction to state development and investment prospects.